A beautiful island has been praised for its “powdery white sand beaches” and its “vibrant turquoise waters”, being branded a “hidden piece of paradise” with an eclectic mix of...

As summer approaches, Brits are eager to find the perfect coastal escape for a refreshing swim. Instead of heading to a getaway abroad, the UK is home to hundreds of beaches that offer the pristine...

A tiny picturesque neighbourhood where homes can fetch around £1 million has been named Britain’s most expensive seaside location - but one thing there “really annoys” residents. Sandbanks in...

Burnham-on-Sea, the quaint UK seaside town with sprawling sandy beaches and distinctive historical sites, is encouraging tourists to discover its version of the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Once a humble...

China’s claim to have seized a tiny sandbank in the South China Sea fits into Beijing’s “established pattern of illegal pressure” in the region, according to an expert. State media in China...

China has seized a tiny sandbank in the South China Sea as tensions continue to grow in the region. Chinese state broadcaster CCTV released images of four officers standing on the disputed reef of...

Beijing seizes tiny sandbank in South China Sea49 minutes agoEwan SomervilleBBC NewsCCTVThe Chinese coastguard has seized a tiny sandbank in the South China Sea, state media has reported, in an...